Pretty Little Liars 209 Recap: Picture This Poker Face
In which Emily licks her in the front and pokes her in the rear. Well, not exactly. I just wanted to say that.
The Bravest Woman in Seattle In Her Own Words
Rachel’s Team Pick: “What I really want, I now realize, is peace. And I know now, after this trial, that justice does not bring peace. It only brings justice.”
Adam Lambert is Behind the Music & Naya Rivera is in Front of the Camera
Wanna hear Adam’s Burning Man story again? Plus, Jill Bennett likes labels, Gaga works the drag on her “You & I” cover, VMAs will include a social activism category this year, the 30 page Real Word contract is semi-fascinating, and Naya Rivera goes glam.
Hate Crime Killing On Video: This Still Happens
Two white teenagers in Mississippi beat a black man, then drove over him in a pickup truck.
The Terrible Side of Terrible/Awesome ’90s Fashion
Emily’s Team Pick: There were some awesome things, there were some not-so-awesome things (but actually still kind of awesome).
OPEN THREAD: What Are You Listening To?
We need new music. Tell us what’s been good to your ears.
Fox News’ GOP Debate Won’t Let Out Gay Candidate Fred Karger In
Why isn’t Fred Karger invited to the debate in Ames, Iowa tomorrow, despite meeting the entry requirements? What can we do to change this obnoxious state of affairs?
Should Bert and Ernie Get Gay Married?
The “Bert and Ernie Get Married” movement has begun with a petition, a facebook group, and press buzz and I’m not gonna lie — hell no I am not signing that petition.
Lesbian Juror Wants You to Be Protected from Discrimination Based on Sexual Orientation
One lesbian’s argument that she shouldn’t (possibly) have been dismissed from jury duty for being gay could change legislation around discrimination for gays.
Finally, A Study On Queer Latinas
Latina queers exist, believe it or not. And we’re having some trouble here. This time, though, we’re less alone.
Gay Disney Characters Explored in ‘Tinker Belles and Evil Queens’
Jess’s Team Pick: Remember searching for subliminal drug messages in The Lion King? This is the gay version.
Being A Gay “Good Example” in Australia
All sorts of things are being done and said about gay and trans people in Australia; here are some of them.
60 Days in China: Where Everywhere Else Seemed Upside Down
“China is beautiful because it’s not like anything you’ve ever known before. There is nothing that reminds you of home, and when you get home, everything will remind you of China.”
Help Holly Miranda Record Her New Record
Crystal’s Team Pick: Ever wished Holly Miranda would send you homemade chocolates? Make that dream come true.
Panic On The Streets of Everywhere: UK Riots OPEN THREAD
A place for friends to talk about the riots happening across the UK and some heartwarming actions you should know about.
Prague LGBT Pride’s Festival of Tolerance not Tolerated
Czech President Klaus (no relation to Santa) rains on everybody’s parade.
Tide Detergent Thinks Moms Want to Sabotage Their Daughters’ Tomboy Style
How many gender stereotypes can we fit into one 30 second commercial? You’d be surprised! This ad is REALLY special. I mean really really special. You should watch it.
Gay Marriage Doesn’t Change Straight Marriage…Except When It Does
How Dan Savage and other queers introduced straight people to non-monogamy.
Gym Teacher Suspended Over Lesbian Affair With Student, Just Like in the Movies!
Is there a double standard for gender when considering inappropriate and often criminal sexual misconduct between teachers and students?
Artist Spotlight: Clinical Trials
“Thrashy all-female electro grunge rock with a side of angst.”